Origin
Evansville, IN
Morning in Evansville on Sunday
Local time
9:42 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Evansville, IN to Greensburg, IN
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 45m
Distance
182.6 mi
294 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 33m
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6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 11m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 52m
3 PM
3h 56m
5 PM
4h 10m
8 PM
3h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Evansville, IN
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Greensburg, IN
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Trip Overview
This 182.6-mile drive from Evansville, IN to Greensburg, IN is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. It's a highway-focused journey, with 89% of the route utilizing major roads like I-69 and SR 46. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this route offers an economical option for exploring within the Midwest. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making for a straightforward and efficient drive. This trip is ideal for those looking for a direct route between these two Indiana cities without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
91.3 miles from Evansville, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 107.9 mi | 1h 56m |
| SR 46 | 50 mi | 1h 9m |
| County Road 50 North | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| East Lloyd Expressway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| East 3rd Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Main Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Bloomfield Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Burkhardt Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 107.9 mi, about 1h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Evansville, IN and Greensburg, IN.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
332 ft
·
26 sec
3
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
127 ft
·
6 sec
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East Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto South Garvin Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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South Garvin Street
5
Turn right onto John Street
243 ft
·
4 sec
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John Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Merge onto SR 62
4.2 mi
·
4 min
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East Lloyd Expressway
8
Turn left onto North Burkhardt Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Burkhardt Road
9
Turn right onto SR 62
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Morgan Avenue
10
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
11
Merge onto I 69
108 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 69
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward SR 45 South
Use the slight right lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto Bloomfield Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomfield Road
14
Continue on West 2nd Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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West 2nd Street
15
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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South Walnut Street
16
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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East 3rd Street
17
Turn right onto South Dunn Street
256 ft
·
4 sec
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South Dunn Street
18
Continue on East Atwater Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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East Atwater Avenue
19
Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
438 ft
·
9 sec
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South Mitchell Street
20
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
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East 3rd Street
21
Continue on SR 46
15 mi
·
16 min
·
SR 46
22
Continue on SR 46; SR 135
19 mi
·
29 min
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SR 46; SR 135
23
Turn slight left onto Central Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Central Avenue
24
Turn right onto 8th Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
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8th Street
25
Turn straight onto 10th Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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10th Street
26
Turn right onto US 31
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
North National Road
27
Turn left onto County Road 50 North
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 50 North
28
At end of road, turn left onto County Road 650 East
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 650 East
29
Turn right onto 25th Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
25th Street
30
Continue on SR 46
16 mi
·
22 min
·
SR 46
31
Turn right onto SR 46
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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West Main Street
32
Turn left onto North Broadway Street
422 ft
·
12 sec
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North Broadway Street
33
Turn right onto East Washington Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
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East Washington Street
34
Turn right
167 ft
·
12 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 3-hour and 45-minute duration, this 182.6-mile trip is best suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. The longest stretch without a major turn is over 100 miles on I-69, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before or during this segment. With only one recommended stop and an estimated fuel cost of $29, this route is budget-friendly. Keep an eye out for the transition from the interstate to state and county roads as you near Greensburg, as this marks the final leg of your journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 91.3 miles from Evansville, IN, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 40 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 91.3 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greensburg, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Evansville, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Evansville, IN
This is one driving day of about 182.6 miles and 3h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Evansville, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 107.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
91 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 91.3 miles from Evansville, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 255 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 117.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Walnut Street
Turn right onto East Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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John Street
Turn right onto John Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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I 69
Merge onto I 69
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
115 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward SR 45 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward SR 45 South
5
117.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
|
East 3rd Street
Turn right onto East 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.55 one way
$57.09 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.34 | $62.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.14 | $70.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.32 | $80.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54.8 | 0 | $19.17 | $8.76 |
| Efficient EV | 45.7 | 0 | $15.98 | $7.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73 | 0 | $25.56 | $11.69 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Greensburg, IN
Morning in Greensburg on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Bloomington, IN
91 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 45m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park
National Historical Park
The British flag would not be raised above Fort Sackville Feb. 25, 1779. At 10 A.M., the garrison surrendered to American Colonel George Rogers Clark. His American army, aided by French residents of t...
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 50.4
View on nps.gov
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
National Memorial
Abraham Lincoln grew from youth to manhood on this southern Indiana soil. Many character and moral traits of one of the world's most respected leaders was formed and nurtured here. Explore Lincoln's b...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 25.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with an 89% share of major roads, including significant portions on I-69. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 107.9 miles on I-69, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the route eventually incorporates local roads like County Road 50 North, introducing a slight shift in driving feel as you approach your destination. Expect a steady, efficient journey for the majority of your travel time, transitioning to more local thoroughfares towards the end.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.9 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and SR 46. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Walnut Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 45m drive. You will face about 25 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Greensburg, IN
Full guide →Greensburg is a small town in Southern Indiana.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 45m. Total distance: 182.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.9 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (John Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles (I 69): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — George Rogers Clark National Historical Park and Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Greensburg, IN, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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